Ateneo

Ateneo

Built for you. By design.

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Our Philosophy

Strength StartsFrom Within

Fitness should never come from a place of self-punishment. At Ateneo, we believe that lasting transformation begins the moment you stop trying to look like someone else and start investing in the person you already are.

Our approach is built on respect for your body, your history, and your individual path. We pair science-backed training with a deep understanding that true confidence is not a destination. It is a practice, and it deserves to be treated with care.

Wherever you are starting from is exactly where we begin. If you have never trained before, or simply do not know where to start, this was built for you too.

Accountability is not a word we throw around. It is a promise. We show up every single time, and we ask you to do the same. Because real change is not built alone.

We will help you become your favorite type of human.

Self-Love First

Every program begins with honoring where you are. We build from appreciation, not criticism. You cannot hate yourself into a body you love.

Your Own Standard

We measure success by your growth, never by someone else's. Every day is a reset to become a better, healthier version of yourself.

Healthy by Design

We champion sustainable habits over quick fixes. Nutrition that nourishes, movement that empowers, a mindset that protects your wellbeing.

Jessica Huamani, founder of Ateneo
Jessica Huamani
Founder & Head Coach · NASM-CPT
My Story

From My Story to Yours

I know what it feels like to look in the mirror and not recognize the person looking back. Not because of how you look, but because of how far you have drifted from who you actually are.

As a teenager, I competed in beauty pageants. What started as excitement quickly became something heavier. I spent years chasing someone else’s definition of beauty, measuring my worth against standards that were never mine to begin with.

That journey taught me something I carry into every session: the most powerful transformation is not physical. It is the moment you stop comparing and start building for yourself, on your own terms.

Ateneo is that space. And if any part of this resonates with you, it was built for you.

Jessica Huamani, Founder
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Your Path

Private personal training in Manhattan. I come to you — your home, your building gym, or your favorite outdoor space. Every package is built around your goals and schedule.

Sessions are 60 minutes · Travel within Manhattan included; $25–$50 premium for outer neighborhoods · 24-hour cancellation policy · Packages non-transferable · Payment due in full at booking

Know Your Body

Your TDEE, Explained

TDEE stands for Total Daily Energy Expenditure. It is the total number of calories your body burns in a day, including everything from breathing and digestion to your workouts and daily movement.

Understanding your TDEE is the foundation of any smart nutrition plan. It tells you how much fuel your body actually needs, so you can eat with purpose instead of guessing.

This calculator uses the Mifflin-St Jeor equation. Your actual needs may vary based on individual factors we will assess together.

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The Experience

Training That Sees
the Whole You

Private & Personal

Every session is one-on-one. No distractions, no audience. Just focused attention on your growth.

Rooted in Science

Evidence-based programming, smart periodization, and nutrition that fuels you, never restricts you.

A Safe Space

No judgment, no toxic motivation. A training environment built on encouragement, honesty, and genuine care.

Jessica coaching a cable pull
“Fall in love with becoming the version of you that only you can be.”
Jessica Huamani · Ateneo
Testimonials

From our very first session, Jessica's expertise and professionalism made it clear I was in capable hands. She has a rare ability to challenge you with precision, never pushing too hard, always pulling out your best. The results have spoken for themselves: 15 pounds down, and I'm stronger than I've ever been. What surprised me most is that I now genuinely look forward to training. The hour disappears, and I leave feeling more capable than when I walked in.

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Steve S.Committed Member · March 2026

I have worked with trainers before. None of them prepared me for this. Jessica builds each session with intent - every exercise, every cue, every adjustment serves a purpose. There is no posturing, no performance. Eight months in, I am physically stronger, but the more lasting change is mental. I trust my body in a way I have not in years. That trust is not something a workout plan delivers. It is something built, slowly, in a room where someone is paying genuine attention.

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Jason L.Committed Member · Since September 2025
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Your First Step

Consultations are complimentary, personal, and judgment-free

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SessionsBy Appointment Only
Hours6 AM – 9 PM · 7 Days a Week